Bixbite and Howlite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.45-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bixbite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Howlite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Bixbite and Howlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Bixbite and Howlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Howlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Howlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.45-2.58 whereas that of Howlite is 2.45-2.58.